The Different Types of Edge Protection
- Fixed Guardrail and Handrail.
- Collapsible Guardrail and Handrail.
- Freestanding Guardrail and Handrail.
Edge protection refers to a safety system installed around the perimeter of a roof to protect workers against falls from heights. It comprises of various components such as brackets, posts, and rails, typically constructed from steel, aluminum, or timber.
Classes Of Edge Protection Are Defined As:
Class A – protection to flat surfaces and slopes generally up to 10 degrees. Class B – protection to flat surfaces and slopes up to 30 degrees. Class C – protection to steeply sloping surfaces up to 60 degrees.
What is OSHA’s Leading Edge Rule:
Leading edges. Each employee who is constructing a leading edge 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above lower levels shall be protected from falling by guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems.
